Jerome Ponce happy to team up with Jane Oineza

After his stint in the long-running ''Be Careful With My Heart'' series, young actor Jerome Ponce is set to be paired with Jane Oineza in the upcoming television soap ''Nasan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita.''

In an exclusive interview with Push, the 19-year-old actor revealed that he is grateful for the opportunity to star in another series following his two-year commitment with "Be Careful," which was top-billed by Jodi Sta. Maria and Richard Yap.

"Iniisip ko, 'Does it mean na may potential ba ako?' Pero wala sabi ko lang sa isip ko na sobrang thankful ako na minamahal nila ako at inaalagaan nila ako," he said.

Asked about what it feels like to work with Oineza, Ponce said: "Para sa akin hindi mahirap. Masaya siya, sobrang saya. Lumalabas kami for bonding. Sobrang saya kasama si Jane tapos katrabaho.''

"She's parang happy vibes tapos very, very parang open siya sa akin na pinagkakatiwalaan niya ako," he added.

Ponce also shared what fans can expect from his character in the television series, which will also star other Pinoy Big Brother housemates Joshua Garcia and Loisa Andalio.

"More mature siya kasi I'm a player and more concentrated siya as a college student tapos more on concentrated sa mga problems. It's like 'yung problemado… unlike sa Be Careful na 'pag problemado si Luke there’s always this na magpapagaan ng damdamin ni Luke," he said.

No release date for "Nasan Ka Nang Kailangan Kita" has been released as of writing. Actress Vina Morales and Denise Laurel are some of the big names tied to the project.

Why Katrina Halili broke up with Kris Lawrence

Katrina Halili opened up about the reason behind her decision to break up with singer Kris Lawrence, whom she parted ways back in January.

In an interview with PEP.ph published on Thursday, the 28-year-old actress explained that she felt that neither of them have matured throughout their 5-year relationship.

"Siguro kailangan lang po naming mag-mature na dalawa. Ako, may kailangan din akong tapusin pa. Siya naman, kailangan din niyang mag-ipon pa," she said.

"Parang hindi kami naggu-grow na dalawa kapag magkasama. Basta, mas okay kami na separate ways," she added.

According to Halili, the two remain in good terms. She said that Lawrence has been a dutiful father and is shouldering some of their daughter's educational expenses.

"Naghahati kami sa mga binabayaran kay Katie (Katrence), like may tutor siya, may school pa," Halili said.

Asked about whether there are any lingering feelings for Lawrence and if there's a chance of the two getting back together, Halili said: "Love as a friend."

She also added that she is not interested in entertaining any suitors at the moment. Instead, she is choosing to focus on her career and Katrence, saying "ayoko rin naman, hindi naman ako naghahanap."

What is the current relationship status of Kim Chiu and Xian Lim?

Anthony Taberna grilledPast Tense stars Xian Lim and Kim Chiu on Tapatan ni Tunying last Thursday, November 27. 

Talking about their new movie, the love team said that it was about a woman who returned to the past to correct her mistakes. When asked if there are mistakes they want to correct in real life, Kim answered, “Gusto kong baguhin, siguro sa pamilya ko. Sa mama ko, sa papa ko, kung paano ko sila tinrato.”

She said that their family used to have problems before and she wished that she had just accepted their situation and did not get angry at them. “Mas nakasama ko pa sana sila ng mas matagal and naenjoy ko pa sana yung childhood ko namay father figure, may mother figure.” She said that she used to envy her classmates who had complete families and said that she does not want her future kids to experience what she did.

Xian, on the other hand, said that he hoped he could have made more friends in high school. He said that he also came from a broken family but they are all fine.

Meanwhile, Kim shared her similarity with Xian, that they are both homebodies. Nonetheless, she said that he would get surprised at how happy her home is as she has a lot of siblings. “Kung baga sa bahay nila maingay, salu-salo… Daming sumasalubong pagkauwi. Sa amin naman, tahimik lang talaga,” Xian said.

Also, Xian shared how his admiration for Kim started. He said that it began when they worked for the first time in My Girl. Then, they worked again in other projects such as My Binondo Girl, My Only Hope, and Ina, Kapatid, Anak, among others. “Dun ko nakita yung, kung baga, yung admiration ko kay Kim Chiu.”

Kim admitted that she also admires Xian. “Siya yung pinakamalapit sa akin na lalaki.” When asked if they are together as a couple, Kim said that they are happy while Xian replied, “Kung baga, we’re getting there. As the years go by, mas nagiging close po kami sa isa’t isa. Mas nagiging special po yung friendship namin dahil yung tiwala namin sa isa’t isa ay talagang kumportable kasi kami sa isa’t isa.”

Why Gab feels 'vindicated' after doing 'super selfie' videos

Gab Valenciano never thought that his "super selfies" will inspire popular singer Beyonce, who borrowed some of his moves for the music video of her new single, "7/11".

Beyonce's music video has over 30 million views as of writing.

"Honestly, hindi ko nga akalain na anybody would catch on the super selfie kasi kung panoorin mo [siya] ay kalokohan lang palagi. I think it's something that when you least expect it ay doon darating," Valenciano told reporters on Thursday.
Valenciano started making his "super selfie" videos a year ago when he went to the United States to study.
Recalling the time when he decided to create the videos, he said: "I was just bored -- slightly depressed, in a way. Wala akong magawa. Kumbaga, siyempre coming from a life here tapos going to the States... tapos 'yung mundo ko parang school, gym, school, gym. That kind of rattled me so I felt like I needed to release my frustrations and 'yun na 'yung super selfie."
"Pero who would have known a year ago -- because I started a year ago -- na makakarating ako rito?" he added.
Valenciano said he feels "very vindicated in a way" when his "super selfie" videos became a hit, noting how he has always wanted to "grow as a person and as an artist."
"I feel like there's a reason why I left. I really felt that I wouldn't be able to grow as a person and as an artist dito. Kasi at the end of the day, I am still the son of Gary V. No matter what I do, no matter what I say, no matter what I accomplished here, people will always see me as that," he said, referring to his father, singer-dancer Gary Valenciano, who is dubbed as the Philippines' "Mr. Pure Energy."
"I don't mind that. Wala naman akong problema doon," he quickly added. "But I'm a content creator, I love to create stuff. Hindi ko magagawa 'yon dito because people already know me as a dancer. So I had to step out of the box and go somewhere else to learn, study. I had to go through the motions of my emotions and find myself. And when I did, boom! I feel very vindicated, in a way."
Meanwhile, Valenciano hinted that he has a "big project" that will be soon released online.
"We are all handpicked to be part of this collaboration which will be released worldwide. It will come out online also, different artists," he said.

Sofia Andres not jealous of Julia Barretto

Inigo Pascual has assured his former onscreen partner, actress Sofia Andres, that she has nothing to worry about even if he is now spending a lot of time with actress Julia Barretto.

Pascual and Barretto are currently working on an episode of “Maalaala Mo Kaya” as well as their first movie project together, “Para Sa Hopeless Romantic.”

In their past interviews while promoting their movie "Relax It's Just Pag-ibig," Pascual and Andres were vocal in saying they have a mutual understanding.

Speaking to entertainment site Pep, Pascual said: “I try my best to talk to her as well, and I told her we should not let work affect our personal life. The friendship that we have is not going to be affected by our work.”

Pascual also reiterated that he and the “Mira Bella” star are just close friends.

“Selos? Hindi naman kasi alam niyang work,” he said. “[Kami naman ni Julia], we’re good friends, we’re really close, ang bilis naming maging close.”

According to Pascual, he really likes working with Barretto. “Vibes kami and sabi niya, magaan ang feeling niya sa akin, and ganun din ako. Ang dami naming pinag-uusapan palagi," he said.

“We’re almost done filming [our movie]. We have few more days to shoot. We have ‘MMK’ this coming Saturday. It’s good,” he added.

Pascual said he is fortunate to have the opportunity to work with a lot of actors because he knows that it’s how he will learn the ropes of the industry.

Sunshine, Cesar still not on speaking terms

Sunshine Cruz and her estranged husband, actor Cesar Montano, are still not on speaking terms as their annulment case is still ongoing.

The actress, however, told entertainment site Push that she is still hoping to fix things with Montano for the sake of their daughters.

“Hindi pa kami nagkakausap, ongoing pa rin ‘yung hearing namin for annulment pero hanggang don na lang muna,” she said.

According to Cruz, she has heard reports that Montano is currently “inspired and happy” and stressed that she does not have any problems with it in case the rumors are true.

“I think he’s happy, may nababalitaan ako na he’s inspired and happy. Whatever it is, basta kami naman ng kids masaya kami ‘pag masaya siya. Nakikita niya naman ng madalas ang kids, napapasyal niya pag Sunday. Kung gusto niya anytime pwede so ganon na lang,” she said.

Cruz also admitted that she is still hoping that they can become friends one day.

“I’m praying that eventually, I’m praying na maging civil kami sa isa’t isa, if not friends kahit civil for the kids,” she said.

Meanwhile, Cruz reported that she is "very, very happy" both professionally and personally.

“I couldn’t ask for more. Recently I won sa Star Awards na talagang nakaka-surprise, sabi ko nga ‘What more could I ask for?’ I have three talented children, hindi ako nawawalan ng trabaho, nagpro-provide si God sa akin. I quit for 13 years sa showbiz, almost two years pa lang akong nagbabalik, na-recognize naman ng Star Awards ‘yung 'MMK' (Maalaala Mo Kaya) ko so parang, ano parang I’m so blessed and I am just so happy,” she said.

When it comes to her love life, the actress said: “Ang daming nagsasabi, ‘How come you’re so blooming? Are you in love?’ Nakikita na parang ang aliwalas. It's because of the blessings coming my way parang I couldn’t ask for more. ‘Yung love life wala ‘yan, kung ibibigay sa akin ‘yan ng Diyos thank you, kung hindi okay lang din. I’m not in a hurry and I know in God's time darating ‘yan.”

Kim Chiu Denies Allegation That She Bought Her Best Drama Actress Award

Kapamilya actress Kim Chiu denied the allegations that she bought the Best  Drama Actress Award from the recently concluded Philippine Movie Press Club (PMPC) Star Awards for Television 2014 held on Sunday at Solaire Resort and Casino.

Kim Chiu won the award for her portrayal of the character of Isabelle/Andrea in the ABS-CBN Primetime series “Ikaw Lamang” with leading man Coco Martin who also won the Best Drama Actor Award.

The 24-year-old actress bested Bea Alonzo (Sana Bukas Pa Ang Kahapon), Angel Locsin (The Legal Wife), Lovi Poe (Ang Dalawang Mrs. Real), Maja Salvador (The Legal Wife), Maricel Soriano (Ang Dalawang Mrs. Real), at Dawn Zulueta (Bukas Na Lang Kita Mamahalin) in the Best Drama Actress category.

Several hours after the awards night, a post on Twitter allegedly saying that Kim Chiu won the best actress award because of the bidding for the PMPC Star Awards.

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However, the actress denied that the allegation is not true and if it was, she could have bought an award a long time ago.

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Vina thankful to be working with Robin again

 Singer-actress Vina Morales said she is thankful to be given the chance to work again with her former boyfriend, action star Robin Padilla.

Morales is Padilla's leading lady in the epic film "Bonifacio: Ang Unang Pangulo", which is an official entry to this year's Metro Manila Film Festival.

"Wala kaming ginawa kung hindi tawanan. Napagkukuwentuhan namin 'yung nangyayari sa buhay ng isa't isa. So talagang I am thankful na nangyari ito. Long overdue, hindi ba? Ang daming naghihintay," Morales said in a recent interview.

"Siguro ano lang talaga, hindi lang natutuloy ['yung ibang project], siyempre may kaba din sa isa't isa kung paano ang working setup namin together especially na iba na ang situation. At siguro hindi lang right project, maski ipilit mo kung hindi mangyayari ay hindi mangyayari," she added.

While she admitted that Padilla was her first love, she said she has moved on and is happy with their friendship.

"Alam naman ng lahat 'yon, never kong itinago 'yon. Pero hindi ko inaano sa kanya 'yon. Even though he hurt me before, kinalimutan ko na 'yon, the was the past. Kaya ang friendship namin ngayon ay okay kasi kung nagtanim ako ng sama ng loob, siguro hindi kami magkakaroon ng pelikula niyan," she said.

Morales went on to say that she is thankful to Padilla's wife, Mariel Rodriguez, who asked the action star to get her as his leading lady.

"Thankful ako that I'm one of the choices at ako ang napili. Actually sila lahat from the staff at nagtatanong-tanong sila kung gusto ba na magkaroon kami ng movie ulit ni Robin na matagal na namang nire-request ng tao. I always believe na there's always a right project and a right time. So ito nangyari na, right project and right time," she said.

In "Bonifacio", Morales plays the role of Gregoria de Jesus, the wife of Andres Bonifacio (Padilla).

The singer-actress was first taken by Padilla's charms when they starred in "Ang Utol Kong Hoodlum" in 1991. The team-up became a hit among fans, such that a sequel to to the action film was released a year later.

Before "Bonifacio", Padilla and Morales were also featured in a special episode of the drama anthology "Maalaala Mo Kaya" in 2011.

Ara Mina reacts to sister Cristine's pregnancy

Ara Mina said she is very proud of her younger sister, actress Cristine Reyes, for taking responsibility after she learned that she will soon have a baby.

Reyes admitted that she is pregnant during her “ASAP” appearance on Sunday.

In an interview with “The Buzz,” which aired hours after Reyes's admission, Mina said she commends her sister because not all actresses are brave enough to announce to the public that they are pregnant.

“Proud ako sa kanya kasi hindi naman lahat umaamin and happy ako kasi matagal na niya kasi talaga itong gusto. Parang last year niya pa sinasabi sa akin. I’m excited for her also. Ang saya-saya, maraming babies ngayon sa family. It is a blessing,” she said.

Mina shared that her sister also experienced morning sickness.

“Nahihilo daw siya, nagsusuka minsan. 'Yung first trimester may mga morning sickness,” she said.

“Take care of yourself. Huwag ka magpapaka-stress para hindi ma-stress ang baby. Just call me anytime. Love you,” added.

Since her sister is in a delicate stage, Mina said she and the rest of their family will just support the 25-year-old actress in this “wonderful journey.”

“Alam mo naman na mahal na mahal kita. Nagkaaway na tayo, nagkabati na tayo per nandito pa rin ang ate mo. Kung saan ka masaya, masaya ako. I love you,” she said.

In a separate interview with “The Buzz,” Reyes said the pregnancy did not come as a surprise for her and her boyfriend because they actually planned it.
“Kaming dalawa ni Ali (her boyfriend) magkasama, nag-test kaming dalawa. We are happy kasi it was planned and it’s not a surprise. First test namin, morning 'yun. Akala namin negative pa so na-sad kami. Nung gabi nag-test ulit kami, positive na. After that, ang inuna namin 'yung family namin. They were happy and excited,” she said.
Reyes also said she and her partner are planning to tie the knot after she gives birth.

Christine Reyes Admits She’s Pregnant

Kapamilya star Christine Reyes finally admitted that she is pregnant on live television on Sunday, November 16, 2014 after her producution number with Jericho Rosales, Sam Milby and Piolo Pascual on ASAP.

“Sa mga Kapamilya po natin, I want to share po sa inyong lahat that I have a wonderful blessing. I’m having a baby,” Christine Reyes revealed after her performance.

The 25-year-old actress turned emotional as she also thanked her ABS-CBN, Viva and ASAP families for supporting her.

“Sobrang excited and masaya… Maraming maraming salamat sa pagmamahal, sa lahat ng suporta. Thank you so much. Grabeng nakakataba ng puso,” Cristine Reyes said.

The rumors about the pregnancy of Christine Reyes started to spread last August which has become a hot topic in the showbiz industry and among the netizens who were eager to know the reality of the issue.

Christine Reyes revealed in an earlier interview with ABS-CBN’s “The Buzz,” that she and her non-showbiz boyfriend are already talking about settling down but the actress did say further about it noting that they are already at the right age to start their own family.

Jake Cuenca is 'single again'

MANILA - Actor Jake Cuenca took to Twitter on Friday to announce his split from Filipino-Australian model Chanel Olive Thomas. The two had been together for almost six months.

Cuenca, without delving into details, simply wrote: "Single again."

Single again.
— Jake Cuenca (@ijakecuenca) November 14, 2014

Actor Jake Cuenca. File Photo

In an interview with entertainment website Push back in October, the former "Ikaw Lamang" star admitted that he was not ready to settle down just yet.

He was quoted as saying, "Basta ang importante sa'kin alagaan ko muna yung girlfriend ko ng maigi tapos tignan natin kung saan mapupunta 'to."

The actor recently made headlines after he received his first Best Actor Award for his role in the indie film "Mulat" at the 2014 International Film Festival Manhattan held in New York.

Cuenca was in the city for a month-long intensive workshop on acting. He is currently back in the country and was even featured in ABS-CBN's latest Christmas station ID.

Kris Aquino meets President of Mexico

MANILA - Presidential sister Kris Aquino shared her meeting with President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico at the Villamor Airbase in Pasay City Thursday.

In her official Instagram account, Kris, the youngest sister of President Benigno Aquino III, posted photos of her meeting with President Nieto, who only stayed in the country for two hours while waiting for their plane to refuel.

Nieto and his wife Angelica Rivera were on their way to Australia from their China trip.

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"We just said good night to His Excellency President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico. PNoy is flying home from Myanmar & I was tasked to welcome him & his wife, Madame First Lady Angelica Rivera, who unfortunately wasn't feeling well & stayed onboard their plane during the almost 2 hours refueling on their way to Australia from China. What a distinct honor for me to represent our country & have fun & informative conversation w/ the charismatic Mexican leader & his party. Good Night IG FRIENDS (love, love, love)," Kris said.
The President's sister said she is happy to experience once again meeting and welcoming heads of state on behalf of her brother.

"The receiving line, outside Kalayaan Lounge of Villamor Airbase. Just in case hindi na maulit so I'm posting a solo picture. (Honestly, feeling super nostalgic, because I experienced this so many times before w/ my Mom & for my Mom during her presidency. When the ASEAN Summit was held here, I welcomed so many Heads of State in the airport on her behalf. What a privilege to experience it again on behalf of PNoy this time," Kris said.

Amy Perez and Carlo Castillo Wedding – Photos & Video

“Umagang Kay Ganda” host, Amy Perez and her long-time partner Carlo Castillo finally tied the knot on Wednesay afternoon, November 12, 2014 before their loved ones and close friends held at The Mango Farm in Antipolo.

The 45-year-old actress and host was walked down the aisle by her son, Adi, with former husband Brix Ferraris. She was wearing a JJC Buendia gown while the groom wore a beige suit.

As the couple expressed their vows for each other, the “Singing Bee” host turned emotional as she recalls how her partner of eight years became her source of strength when she had a miscarriage.

"Hindi ko makalimutan kung paano ka nagpakatatag when we lost our first baby,” Perez told Castillo. “Talagang ikaw ‘yung nagbigay sa akin ng lakas. Natatandaan ko, noong i-interbyuhin ako, sabi mo sa akin, ‘Babe, huwag ka nang iiyak. Kahit may mangyaring hindi maganda, something beautiful will come out of it.”

Carlo Castillo is the second marriage of Amy Perez after Brix Ferraris with whom she has a son. Castillo and Perez welcomed their second child in January last year.

When asked if they are looking forward to have a baby girl, the couple said that they already consider themselves blessed for having their three boys in their family.

Among the celebrities who attended Amy Perez and Carlo Castillo’s wedding include Robin and Mariel Padilla, Julius and Christine Babao, Agot Isidro, Karylle and Lorna Tolentino.

You can watch the full video of Amy Perez and Carlo Castillo’s exchanging of vows in this link.

Kathryn Bernardo Breaks Silence on Viral Kissing Photo with Daniel Padilla

Kapamilya Teen Queen Kathryn Bernardo finally broke her silence about her viral kissing photos with onscreen partner and rumored boyfriend Daniel Padilla.

In a press conference held on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 by rice take-out brand RBX endorsed by the actress, Kathryn Bernardo answered the questions about the photos which went viral online last week.

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The 18-year-old actress denied that she and Daniel Padilla were kissing in the photos as speculated by their fans.

“Mahilig kasi si DJ ganyanin (squeeze) ‘yung mukha ko, eh,” Kathryn Bernardo said. “Inaasar niya kasi ‘yung cheeks ko! May mga tao kasi na nandoon na, na naghatid sa amin sa airport. Makikita mo na ‘yung ibang fans, nandoon sila, so nag-picture sila.”

“Siguro noong ginagano’n ‘yung face ko, nasakto na parang na-block ‘yung face ko. So pagtitingnan mo sa picture, parang nag-ki-kiss,” she explained.

Kathryn Bernardo was also asked about the other photos of her and the 19-year-old actor wrapping his arms around her. She explained that Padilla has always been expressive about his affection towards her and they are “very comfortable” with each other.

“Akbay, normal lang naman ‘yan,” Bernardo said. “Clingy talaga siya sa mga ganyan. Very comfortable po kasi kami.”